Q. Consider the following statements regarding the PESA Rankings of States for Year 2024-25:
1.It has been released by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
2.It aims to encourage States with Fifth Schedule Areas to strengthen Gram Sabha-centered self-governance.
3.Both Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh were placed in ‘Frontrunner’ category of this ranking.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: 2 and 3
Statement 1 is incorrect: The PESA Rankings of the States for 2024-25 is release by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
Statement 2 is correct: The Rankings aim to encourage States with Fifth Schedule Areas to strengthen Gram Sabha-centered self-governance and identify areas needing focused support.
Statement 3 is correct: Front Runner category: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh
Source: PIB
